Tampa, Fla. – In celebration of National Caribbean Heritage Month, the University Area CDC (Community Development Corporation) and the Caribbean-American National Development Organization (CANDO) will present the 12th Annual Tampa Bay Caribbean Heritage Festival on Saturday, June 10 from 2 to 8 p.m. at University Park, 14013 North 22nd Street in Tampa, 33613. The month of … [Read more...] about 12th Annual Caribbean Heritage Festival at University Park
Peter R. Silverman Elected Fellow of Elite College of Commercial Arbitrators
TAMPA, Fla. – Shumaker Partner Peter Silverman has been elected as a Fellow of the College of Commercial Arbitrators (CCA). “It’s a privilege to be elected to the College,” said Peter. “I look forward to working with and learning from colleagues at the top of the profession.” The College promotes the highest standards of arbitrator ethics, standards of conduct, and … [Read more...] about Peter R. Silverman Elected Fellow of Elite College of Commercial Arbitrators
How to Prevent a Boat Accident in Florida
As summer approaches, it benefits boaters to brush up on how to best stay safe while out on the water in Florida. You can do your best to prevent a boat accident in Florida by keeping a safe distance between vessels, staying sober while boating, checking the weather, and educating yourself on safe boating practices. If an accident occurs, you can minimize the damage by … [Read more...] about How to Prevent a Boat Accident in Florida
What is a “Serious Injury Threshold,” and Why is It a Thing?
A “serious injury threshold,” sometimes called a “verbal threshold,” can make a huge impact on your car accident claim. Often, this rule will dictate what damages you can get and potentially block you from receiving pain and suffering damages in your accident case. But what exactly is it, and why do we have this rule? No-fault insurance policies do not provide … [Read more...] about What is a “Serious Injury Threshold,” and Why is It a Thing?
District Aims to Reduce Risk of Wildfires by Scheduling Prescribed Fires for Marion County
Setting prescribed fires in controlled settings can reduce the risk of wildfires burning out of control. That’s why the Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) will be conducting prescribed burns June through September on the Hálpata Tastanaki Preserve in Marion County. Hálpata Tastanaki Preserve is located 2 miles east of Dunnellon and 7 miles … [Read more...] about District Aims to Reduce Risk of Wildfires by Scheduling Prescribed Fires for Marion County